Mamie Locke
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| Mamie Locke | |
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| Virginia Senate District 2 | |
| Incumbent | |
| Assumed office 2004 | |
| Current term ends 2009 | |
| Political party | Democrat |
| Profession | Dean at Hampton University |
| Website | Official website |
Mamie Locke is a Democratic member of the Virginia Senate. She has been a Senator since 2004, representing the 2nd district.
Locke received a Bachelor's Degree at Tougaloo College and a Masters and Ph.D. at Atlanta University. Additionally Locke has a Certificate in Management Development from Harvard University, a Certificate in Archives Administration from Emory University/Georgia Department of Archives and History.
In addition to serving as a senator, Locke acts as Dean of the School of Liberal Arts at Hampton University. Locke is also a member of the Roman Catholic Church.
Committee assignments
- General Laws and Technology, Chair
- Education and Health
- Local Government
- Rehabilitation and Social Services
- Senate Rules
District 2
Locke represents Virginia Senate District 2. Senate District 2 includes Hampton(part), Newport News(part), Portsmouth(part), Suffolk(part).
Major donors
Below are Locke's top 5 campaign contributors in the 2007 election:
| Contributor | 2007 total |
|---|---|
| Richard L. Saslaw For State Senate | $3,500 |
| Dominion (Energy & Natural Resources) | $3,500 |
| Virginia Association of Realtors | $3,000 |
| Virginia Wine Wholesalers Association | $2,600 |
| Virginia State Legislative Black Caucus | $2,500 |
Personal
Locke was born in Brandon, Mississippi on December 9, 1947.
External links
- Biography from the Virginia Legislature
- Biography from Project Vote Smart
- Sen. Locke's website
- Campaign contributions:2003, 2005, 2007
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